Winegard MV-0055 User manual

Brand: Winegard

Model: MV-0055

Category: Satellite antennas

Type: User manual

This manual is also suitable for

Movin’ View MV-0055

Movin’ View

Digital Satellite Mobile Antenna for Single Receiver

Model MV-0055

Made in the U.S.A. U.S. Patent Nos. 6,023,247; 6,188,300

Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood St. • Burlington, IA 52601-2000

319/754-0600 • FAX 319/754-0787 • www.winegard.com

Printed in U.S.A. © Winegard Company 2002 2451022 1/02

WINEGARD

DIRECTV

is an official trademark of DIRECTV, a unit of GM Hughes Electronics Corporation.

DISH Network

is an official trademark of EchoStar Communications Corporaton.

DIGITAL BROADCAST SYSTEM

SATELLITE(S)

Introduction

Congratulations! You have purchased one of

Winegard’s latest developments in the mobile satel-

lite reception product line —the Movin’ View

This system, used with your digital satellite receiver,

will deliver the best reception possible using GPS

(Global Positioning System) and precision gyro-

scopes.

How Does Digital Satellite

TV Work?

Satellite programming originates from an “uplink”

facility on Earth — the facility receives many sig-

nals from different sources, combines the signals

digitally and transmits to the satellites. The satellites

(22,300 miles above Earth) receive the uplink signal,

amplify it and then transmit it back to

earth in the Ku frequency band.

This signal is concentrated and

reflected to the LNBF* located

at the “focal point” of the dish.

The LNBF amplifies and converts

the signal to the 950 to 2050 MHz

range. The signal is then passed

through a coaxial cable to the receiver

where individual channel selection

and processing take place.

For Programming information call:

DISH NETWORK

- 1-800-333-DISH (1-800-333-3474)

DIRECTV

- 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288)

Introduction/How Does Digital Satellite TV Work?

PROGRAMMING UPLINK

CONTROL CENTERS

HIGH POWER KU-BAND

DOWNLINK SIGNAL

WINEGARD DIGITAL SATELLITE

SYSTEM ANTENNA

RECEIVER

UPLINK SIGNAL

TELEVISION

SET

Your new Winegard RV Digital Satellite System is an

easy-to-use satellite TV reception system. Because it

mounts on the top of your recreational vehicle, it goes

where you go and provides quality reception of digital

satellite signal in the

continental United States only.

* Low Noise Block Converter Feed

1 large yellow spade connector

2 small red spade connectors

All required screws and washers

1 base with electronics, dish, single LNBF

1. Open box and remove packing material.

2. Lift unit out of box vertically. Do not turn box and

“roll” out, or turn upside down to remove.

USE 2 PEOPLE

when removing the unit

from the carton.

Parts Included • Tools Needed • How to Unpack

If using knife to open

carton, BE CAREFUL.

Do not cut the dome on

the unit.

About this manual —

We hope this manual will provide clear instructions to install and operate MV-0055.

Two symbols have been used —

Indicates caution should be taken!

Indicates suggestions to make

processes easier for you.

PARTS INCLUDED:

1 Radome

3 base mounting feet

1 Power switch

2 Wall plates (white & brown)

1 Surface mount bracket

2 Cable clamps

1 Cable entry plate

LIFT UNIT STRAIGHT UP

TOOLS NEEDED FOR UNPACKING & INSTALLATION:

UNPACKING THE UNIT

7/16” open end wrench

Level

Drill w/3/4” bit

1-1/4” hole saw (if mounting switch in wall)

5/16” Socket for roof screws

1/8” Allen wrench

1/2” Open end wrench

Crimping tool for coax connections

Crimping tool for electrical connections

Small blade screw driver

Pliers

Sealant (consult RV manufacturer for proper type for

your roof material)

NOTE: The MV-0055 can only be used with one (1) receiver. For multiple receiver use, contact

Winegard for information on available Upgrade Kits.

Installation Diagram

FIGURE 1

ADJUSTABLE

BASE FOOT

REFLECTOR

REAR BASE FOOT

MUST DIRECTLY

FACE REAR OF

VEHICLE

SWITCH

LOCATION

POWER SUPPLY

AZ MOTOR

COUNTERWEIGHT

Remove wire ties

holding mount

EL MOTOR

LEVELING

SCREW

ADJUSTABLE

BASE FOOT

LEVELING

SCREW

LEVELING

SCREW

HEYCO

CONNECTORS

GPS ANTENNA

REAR

ADJUSTABLE

BASE FOOT

FRONT OF VEHICLE

6. On each foot, screw the flange nut to the base of

the leveling screw on the mounting foot, flange up.

Place rubber washer, with the rubber side up, on

the nut, Figure 2. Push mounting foot under base.

Push foot screw through the base and tighten lock

nut to secure foot to base. Be sure the base feet are

pointing away from the base. Base feet will be re-

moved later during install.

Installation

Install in DRY conditions only!

If you have

trouble seeing

the numbers,

try using a

magnifying

glass!

FIGURE 2

FIGURE 3

OBSTRUCTION

UNIT BASE

Installing unit on roof of vehicle —

5. Determine which programming you will be using.

This will determine how you set your switches.

For DISH Network

set

switches to 119°.

For DIRECTV

set switches to 101°.

LEVELING SCREW

RUBBER WASHER

FLANGE NUT

(FLANGE UP)

Obstruction Ht. Unit Clearance

8” ..........................................4”

10” ...................................11.5”

12” ......................................19”

15” ......................................32”

IMPORTANT! Do not install this system

in the rain, or under any wet conditions. Moisture

may affect electronics and void your warranty!

1. For best performance and to reduce signal acquisi-

tion time, park vehicle on a level surface.

2. Select a level spot on your roof for installation.

• The unit should be no more than +/-1° off level.

• Be sure no roof-mounted equipment is

blocking the satellite “line of sight.”

• You will need to decide where the wires will enter

the vehicle. A coax and an 18 gauge power wire

will need to be placed in the vehicle. The power

wire will go to the nearest +12 VDC power source;

the coax will be routed to your satellite receiver.These

wires should be hidden.

3. Remove screws holding dome to base and remove

dome. Place dome in safe spot to avoid damage. Place

base on vehicle roof in the location selected.

4. Remove wire ties used for shipping. There are

three; one on each side of the reflector and one at the

the rear of the reflector holding down the counter-

weight. See Figure 1, page 5.

MOUNTING

FOOT

7. After selecting location for unit (see number

2), put the unit on the centerline of the coach.

REAR MOUNTING FOOT MUST FACE

DIRECTLY OFF REAR OF VEHICLE,

Figure 1. There is a 30 foot power cord and 30

foot coax cable going through the Heyco

con-

nectors on the base.

Placing the rear base bracket on the centerline,

facing the rear of the vehicle, will center the unit.

8. Using the chart,

determine the

minimum distances to

other equipment.

Measure these

distances as

demonstrated in Figure 3.

10. Clean roof area where the base feet will be

attached to the roof. Do not erase your marks!

11. Put approved sealant in the area under the base

feet. Place base foot on top of the sealant and

screw down using (2) #10 screws (provided) for

each base foot.

12. Unscrew the locknuts in the base and remove

the base from feet. Put the other (4) #10 screws

into the roof through the remaining holes in the

base feet.

Installation

ROOF INSTALLATION, continued

Place the unit on the roof in its permanent location

and mark around the base bracket, Figure 4. (Make

sure the rear adjustable base foot is directly facing

the back of the coach.)

FIGURE 4

FIGURE 5

The GPS antenna is pre-wired and has a 3 foot cable

running through one of the Heyco

connectors.

When deciding where to place GPS antenna, DO

NOT SECURE! After wiring the receiver and initializ-

ing your system, you will need to test the system

(“Initializing and replacing dome” on page8).

Determine location for GPS antenna. It is recom-

mended you place the GPS antenna between unit base

and side edge of vehicle, 90° from rear mounting

bracket, Figure 6.

The recommended location for the GPS antenna is

based on having a level location and a clear view of

the sky. If another location, further from the base, is

desired, loosen the Heyco connector and pull out addi-

tional wire in the base. You must re-wrap and re-tie

the GPS cable inside the dome to prevent interfer-

ence with the LNBF. Failure to do so will result in

malfunction! Tighten Heyco connectors when done.

IMPORTANT! The GPS must be located away from

obstructions on roof of vehicle and other obstructions

such as trees, tall buildings, etc. You must have a

clear view of the sky for proper operation.

GPS installation —

FIGURE 6

13. After all base brackets are secured to roof, put

sealant on top of foot and screws. Place base on level-

ing screws located on base feet and install nut and

rubber washer on leveling screw.

14. Leveling the base is done by tightening or loosen-

ing the flange nut under the base, Figure 5.

Use an electronic level to adjust base so there is no

more than +/- 1° off level in all directions. Place

level on base of unit if possible. (If your level will not

fit inside the base plate, place on outside edge.) Level

front to back and side to side. Raise and lower by ad-

justing flange nut under base. After leveling base,

secure inside base with rubber washer, rubber side

down toward base, and lock nut.

BASE EXTERIOR

FOOT

LEVELING

SCREW/FLANGE

REAR MOUNTING FOOT

CABLE-

ENTRY

CABLE

1. Decide the best location for the cables to enter the

vehicle, and the location of the switch and receiver

(see “Installing the switch and receiver” below.) Drill

a 1/2” hole in the roof, push wires inside. Make

proper connections (remember you must have fil-

tered +12 VDC power source).

2. Place cable-entry plate over hole and cables. Screw

in place. Seal plate and screw holes with approved

sealant (not included).

3. Depending on the length of the cable on the roof,

you may need to use cable clamps or wire ties (not

provided) between the

unit and your cable-

entry plate. Clamping

the cable every 12”-16”

should eliminate any

unnecessary cable movement, Figure 7.

FIGURE 7

Installing the switch —

1. Decide the location of the power on/off switch. The

+ 12 VDC power cable connects to this switch and

then to a filtered +12 VDC power source. Be sure

the switch is turned off before you begin! Figure 8.

Wall or panel mount: Drill 1-1/4” hole, pull wires

through wall or panel.

Surface mount: Determine location and direction of

box. Mount box feed wire into one of the box openings.

Select plate cover (brown or white provided) and snap

the rocker switch into the switch plate. Be sure switch is

turned off!

a. Connect ground wires together using large

yellow spade connector - black ground wire from

MV unit and ground wire from vehicle.

b. Connect yellow spade connector to silver spade

on switch.

c. Connect red wire from unit to small red spade connector.

d. Connect red spade connector to center spade on

switch.

e. Connect +12 VDC wire from vehicle

to small red spade connector.

f. Connect red spade connector to isolated spade on

switch.

Cable entry installation —

1. Connnect the coax cable from the roof to the “Sat-

ellite In” connection on the receiver.

Connecting the receiver —

Installation • Wiring

Check all your connections

when you’re done!

FIGURE 8

Satellite Receiver

SAT IN

(A dual receiver upgrade kit is available for this

model, MV-6000. Contact Winegard Company for

more information.)

Initializing & replacing the dome —

1. Be sure vehicle is in a location free of all obstruc-

tions and with a clear view of the satellite.

2. DO NOT MOVE VEHICLE during the first initial-

ization. Power up unit, turn on receiver. FOR THE

FIRST TIME ONLY, the unit may take up to 10 min-

utes to initially find the satellite signal. The GPS is

also initializing at this time. After the GPS initializes,

the unit will begin searching for the correct satellite.

3. If the GPS does not initialize at this time, turn off

the unit. You may need to move the GPS antenna to a

different location on your roof. After you move the

GPS, DO NOT SECURE TO ROOF.

4. TEST YOUR SYSTEM BEFORE SECURING

THE GPS ANTENNA. Make sure the TV/receiver

has found the correct satellite.

5. After the correct satellite has been found, secure

GPS antenna by removing adhesive backing and se-

curing to roof.

TWO GROUND

WIRES

MV-0055 RED

POWER WIRE

FILTERED

+12 VDC

FROM COACH

ON/OFF ROCKER

SWITCH

(Shown in OFF

position.)

Operation

Your new MV-0055 features:

• GPS technology

• Fast signal acquisition times

• Easy “one-button” operation

• Ability to toggle between satellites using

remote control, if subscribing to multi-

NOTE: For Model MV-0055, vehicle must be parked.

1. Turn on receiver and television set. This unit

will not operate unless receiver is on. Be sure

your TV is turned to channel 3 or 4.

2. Turn +12VDC power switch to ON position.

3. Allow up to 3 minutes for signal location. Sat-

ellite signal acquisition will occur with normal

operating conditions.

NOTE: Acquisition time will be longer if the vehicle

has traveled more than 600 miles without the unit in use.

If you have traveled this distance without using the

unit, signal acquisition may take up to five minutes.

4. If you do not have a signal after three minutes, be

sure there are no obstacles preventing signal acquisition.

(Trees, hill, buildings or other structures can block the

signal.) Move to an open area so your system can “see”

the satellite signal.

5. If you do not have signal, see Troubleshooting, p. 10.

satellite programming

• Low maintenance

• Compatible with most digital satellite receivers

• Winegard warranty

To operate your system —

To toggle between satellites when subscribing to multi-satellite programming—

The MV-0055 will toggle between two different

satellites. Both DIRECTV and DISH Network

have programming on more than one satellite.

When a channel is selected on the remote con-

trol and it is not located on the satellite the unit

is currently on, the system on the vehicle will

automatically move to the new satellite.

DIRECTV programming

1. There is NO SETUP required for DIRECTV.

When you request a channel located on a differ-

ent satellite, the unit will automatically move to

that satellite.

DISH Network programming

NOTE: This must be a DISH 500 system. These steps

must be done each time the receiver is turned off.

1. Let unit acquire the satellite signal on satellite 119.

2. After signal has been acquired, press the MENU key on

the remote control or receiver.

3. Go into the SYSTEM SETUP menu.

4. Go into the INSTALLATION menu.

5. Go into the MULTI-DISH installation.

6. Scroll down to the CHECK SWITCH button and select.

7. The receiver will verify that you want to perform a

“Check switch.” Select CHECK.

8. The receiver will begin checking your switch by tog-

gling between transponders. When this is completed, a

message stating “satellite reception is verified” will show.

When it does, select OKAY. If this message does not ap-

pear, repeat steps 1 - 7.

9. Your system is now set up to toggle between satellites.

It will automatically move to correct satellite when chan-

nel is selected.

Signal strength screen meter shows some

signal strength, but constantly moves up and

down, and is never locked on satellite.

Unit continues to move, but never finds any signal.

The unit continues to move and the signal strength

screen shows that it is finding the satellites, but will

never lock onto any satellite. Continues to search.

The unit moves around in circles, then points off

the front of the coach.

The unit moves in circles and does not find the sat-

ellite, then begins to make grinding noise.

NOTE: The power rocker switch must be ON for the

next steps. Voltage must be +12 VDC, except at the

LNBF, see #2, Figure 9, page 10.

6. To check voltage at connections, see Figure 9 on

page 10. FOLLOW THE NUMERICAL SE-

QUENCE ON THE DRAWING AND CHECK

VOLTAGE AT:

#1. Power Supply.

#2. LNBF voltage. Disconnect the coax cable from

the LNBF. Check voltage from the middle wire to

the shield. There should be +12 to +19 VDC. If no

voltage is present, make sure receiver is on and

check again for +12 to +19 VDC at ends of gray

coax cable.

#3. ‘Mini-cable’ connection voltage at Control Box.

#4. Coax cable at Control Box going to

Heyco connector.

7. Are the dip switches in the correct position

(101 or 119)?

8. If the unit still does not have a signal, power off and

power back on.

IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A SIGNAL:

1. The signal may be blocked by trees, hills or

structures. Pull into an area where no trees or

buildings are in the line of sight from unit to the

satellites.

2. Check your +12 VDC power switch. Make

sure it is in the ON position.

3. Check your connections. The receiver must

be connected to the power and coax connected

from receiver to the satellite dish. Check

demultiplexer connection.

4. Check your power supply. The +12 VDC

power supply must be hooked up. Check for +12

VDC on the roof at the connector.

5. Is the rear adjustable base bracket facing the

rear of the vehicle? See Figure 1, page 4.

6. Loss of signal may also be caused by snow on

roof of vehicle.

Check your power voltage. You may have unfil-

tered power. You must have a minimum of 12 VDC

to power the stacked LNBF. If the LNBF shows no

signal strength, the unit will move and operate, but

you will not be able to lock onto a signal.

PROBLEM SOLUTION

Be sure the switches are set on the correct numbers —

see page 5, step 5.

The GPS is not acquiring a signal.

Power unit off, then on.

Check switches to make sure they are set correctly.

Troubleshooting

Base Diagram

CONTROL

BOX

(DETAIL

BELOW)

POWER

SUPPLY

#1 POWER SUPPLY

(POWER WIRE, SEE DETAIL)

#4 COAX CABLE AT

CONTROL BOX

#3 CONTROL

BOX TO LNBF

EL MOTOR

#2 LNBF

VOLTAGE

HEYCO CON-

NECTORS

AZ MOTOR

GPS ANTENNA

FIGURE 9

TO RECEIVER

TO LNBF

CONTROL BOX DETAIL

DO NOT USE

AZ MOTOR

EL MOTOR

8-PIN

POWER

GPS

Notes

Features and specifications MV-0055

• One button operation.

• GPS satellite signal acquisition.

• Depending on receiver type, you can access

satellites 119°, 110°, 101° or 92°.

• No user input required.

• No data port required for DISH Network

DIRECTV

or ExpressVu.

• Tracking greater than 30°.

• Elevation range 14.5° to 74.5°;

azimuth unlimited.

• 30’ power cable and 30’ coaxial cable included.

• Manufactured from sturdy ABS plastic,

UV protected.

• Off-white color compatible with all vehicles.

• Compact size —

32” diameter, 15” height

Weight of unit - 43 lbs.

Shipping weight - 59 lbs.

Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood Street • Burlington, IA 52601 • 319/754-0600 Fax 319/754-0787 • www.winegard.com

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Winegard Company warrants this Winegard product (excluding receiver) against any defects in materials or

workmanship within two (2) years from date of purchase. No warranty claim will be honored unless at the time the claim

is made, you present proof of purchase to an authorized Winegard dealer (if unknown, please contact Winegard

Company, 3000 Kirkwood Street, Burlington, Iowa 52601-2000, telephone 319-754-0600).

Winegard Company (at its option) will either repair or replace the defective product at no charge to you. This warranty

covers parts, but does not cover any costs incurred in removal, shipping or reinstallation of the product. This limited

warranty does not apply if the product is damaged, deteriorates, malfunctions or fails from: misuse, improper

installation, abuse, neglect, accident, tampering, modification of the product as originally manufactured by Winegard,

usage not in accordance with product instructions or acts of nature such as damage caused by wind, lightning, ice or

corrosive environments such as salt spray and acid rain.

The Two Year Warranty is provided on the condition that the equipment is properly delivered with all handling and

freight charges prepaid to your Winegard dealer for repair or return to our factory at the above address. Winegard

dealers will arrange for the replacement or repair and return to you, without charge, the product which failed due to

defective material or workmanship.

WINEGARD COMPANY WILL NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITIES FOR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED, MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON.

ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO THE TWO YEAR PERIOD

OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY.

The foregoing shall be the sole and exclusive remedy of any person whether in contract, tort or otherwise, and

Winegard shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damage or commercial loss, or from any other loss or

damage except as set forth above.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of limitation of incidental

or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Specifications & Warranty

Features and specifications

• One button operation.

• GPS satellite signal acquisition.

• Depending on receiver type, you can access

satellites 119°, 110°, 101° or 92°.

• No user input required.

• No data port required for DISH Network

DIRECTV

or ExpressVu.

• Tracking greater than 30°.

• Elevation range 14.5° to 74.5°;

azimuth unlimited.

• 30’ power cable and 30’ coaxial cable included.

• Manufactured from sturdy ABS plastic,

UV protected.

• Off-white color compatible with all vehicles.

• Compact size —

32” diameter, 15” height

Weight of unit - 43 lbs.

Shipping weight - 59 lbs.

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Model: MV-0055

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